
Key Points SpaceX is reportedly targeting a Nasdaq debut as early as June 12 under the ticker SPCX. The reported $75 billion raise at a $1.75 trillion target valuation could make this the largest initial public offering ever. Starlink is the company’s financial engine, but execution risks and a steep valuation argue for caution. These … Read more

Why This Vanguard ETF May Be a Safer Option for Long-Term Investors Than Tracking the S&P 500 Right Now
The whipping post
Key Points Utility stocks can provide investors with high yields and low volatility. When the markets crashed in 2022, the Vanguard Utilities ETF generated positive returns. The fund charges low fees and offers an above-average yield of 2.5%. 10 stocks we like better than Vanguard Utilities ETF › Tracking the S&P 500 has proven to … Read more

Stratus Swings to Earnings in Q1 on Leasing Segment Gains
The whipping post
Shares of Stratus Properties Inc. STRS have declined 0.9% since the company reported results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, underperforming the S&P 500 index’s 0.1% growth over the same period. Over the past month, Stratus shares have declined 2.1% compared with a 4.9% gain for the broader index. Stratus reported net income of … Read more

Why Would Anyone Buy SPYM Instead of QQQ?
Key Points The Invesco QQQ ETF has mostly outperformed the S&P 500 index, but tech stocks can be riskier and more volatile. The Nasdaq-100 suffered a “lost decade” after the dot-com bust in 2000. The State Street SPDR Portfolio S&P 500 ETF offers an ultra-low expense ratio and has delivered 15.25% annualized returns for the … Read more

Interesting F Put And Call Options For December 2028
Investors in Ford Motor Co. (Symbol: F) saw new options begin trading today, for the December 2028 expiration. One of the key data points that goes into the price an option buyer is willing to pay, is the time value, so with 945 days until expiration the newly trading contracts represent a potential opportunity for … Read more